WTF with Marc Maron Podcast Episode 1576 - Elizabeth Olsen
Sep 23, 2024
Actress Elizabeth Olsen, known for her iconic role as Scarlet Witch, reveals her whimsical fantasy of being an elderly New Yorker living alone while navigating the complexities of fame. She shares her recent experience becoming a Dead Head for her film 'His Three Daughters' and dives into health topics, discussing veganism, diet dilemmas, and personal health challenges. Their conversation touches on the importance of journaling for self-reflection and the emotional depth of characters in film, all sprinkled with humor and personal anecdotes.
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High Cholesterol and Beans
- Both Marc Maron and Elizabeth Olsen have genetic high cholesterol.
- Elizabeth Olsen lowered hers 30 points by adopting a bean-heavy vegan diet.
Weight Loss and Veganism
- Marc Maron recounts losing weight for Glow but then continuing to restrict on set due to food obsession.
- He lowered his LDL significantly with a vegan diet, and both discuss walnut oil's potential benefits.
Walnuts and Colonoscopy
- Elizabeth Olsen mentions a New York Times article linking walnut consumption to colon health.
- Marc Maron grinds hazelnuts and walnuts into his oatmeal, and both discuss seed oils and their potential health impacts.